Because of Trump's obvious feelings about CNN, the department has drawn wide-ranging criticism for the move - believed by some to be biased by the president's opinions.

The cable news giant says that President Donald Trump's "continued attacks on freedom of the press and CNN" has prompted the network to decline the invite to this year's party.

The White House Gingerbread House is seen in the State Dining Room during a preview of Christmas and holiday decorations at the White House in Washington, DC, November 27, 2017. "I hope when visiting the People's House this year, visitors will get a sense of being home for the holidays". "Wishing you a Merry Christmas & joyous holiday season!" she wrote on Twitter. President Trump vowed to bring "Christmas" back to the White House, and it seems this is one tradition that the Trump's are going to restore. The theme of this year's decorations is "Time-Honored Traditions".

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The family Christmas card is framed and on display.

President Barack Obama's holiday cards notably left out the phrase in favor of the more generic greeting.

This year, visitors to the White House will find "a tribute to our service members and their families with the Gold Star Family Tree, which has been decorated with gold stars and patriotic ribbon", the First Lady's office explained of this year's decorations.

Though some are reporting that the Nativity set wasn't displayed during the Obamas presidency that isn't true.

Revealing the presidential mansion's holiday furnishings on November 27, FLOTUS decked out the White House in a classic yuletide theme dubbed "Time-Honored Traditions", which included a bevy of twinkling Christmas trees, a live ballet performance from "The Nutcracker", and a 300-pound gingerbread replica of the White House.

There are rooms and halls filled with cookies, Christmas trees, crafts, and classic decorations.

Microsoft Office is now available for all ChromebooksNov 28, 2017 - 00:23
Chrome OS users will soon have access to Microsoft Office for Android granted they have a Play Store-compatible Chromebook . This scenario works out as a win-win for Google and Microsoft, increasing adoption of both Chrome OS and Office.

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With Freeman out most of the game against Dallas in Week 10, Coleman ran for 83 yards and a touchdown on 20 carries. And the pressure up front was non-existent until rookie Takk McKinley came up with a key sack late.

Tencent secures exclusive rights for PUBG in ChinaNov 24, 2017 - 00:24
In terms of the partnership on PUBG Corporation's side, it couldn't have found a better partner to work with in China. Tencent has also promised that it is reworking the game specifically for the Chinese audience.

Robinho sentenced to 9 years in prison over sexual assaultNov 24, 2017 - 00:23
After a brief loan spell back at Santos , he joined AC Milan later in 2010 and won a Scudetto in his first season at the San Siro. Robinho , who is now playing for Brazil team Atletico Mineiro , was found guilty of committing the rape with five other people.

U.S. sanctions 13 Chinese and North Korean organisationsNov 23, 2017 - 00:19
The soldier was shot several times by fellow North Korean soldiers as he fled across the border to South Korea on November 13. The defector falls stretched out and unmoving in a pile of leaves against a small wall on the South Korean side.

US Navy aircraft crashes into sea off Japan, 11 aboardNov 23, 2017 - 00:16
The Japan-based United States 7th Fleet said in a statement that a search and rescue operation had been launched from the carrier. The aircraft was headed to the USA aircraft carrier the USS Ronald Reagan , which is deployed to the Philippine Sea.

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Jones aggravated a thigh injury on England duty and will also miss Saturday's Premier League game against Brighton at Old Trafford.

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Nehls said Wednesday that the message could cause offense and raised the possibility of a misdemeanor disorderly conduct charge. The post quickly went viral, with thousands weighing in on the Fonseca's right to freedom of speech, according to the HuffPost.

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